Verdict: Fair month
El Nido Weather in May
May runs warm in El Nido, with daily highs around 31°C (88°F) and nights near 26°C (79°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 24 days, so build flexibility into plans. May is workable in El Nido if your dates are fixed — just plan around the conditions.
Average high
31°C / 88°F
Average low
26°C / 79°F
Rain days
~24
Precipitation
158 mm
What to pack for El Nido in May
- Light, breathable clothing — linen and technical fabrics earn their keep
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 24 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in El Nido: Apr (31°C / 88°F) · Coolest: Jan (29°C / 84°F) · Wettest: Oct (~29 rain days)
29°
25°
Jan
29°
25°
Feb
30°
25°
Mar
31°
26°
Apr
31°
26°
May
30°
25°
Jun
29°
25°
Jul
29°
25°
Aug
29°
25°
Sep
29°
25°
Oct
30°
25°
Nov
29°
25°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)